Hanson’s EcoHouse™, constructed at the Building Research Establishment (BRE) is the first masonry constructed house to achieve Code Level Four under the Code for Sustainable Homes.
The Hanson EcoHouse™ demonstrates flexible design that’s built to last with products, systems and sustainable solutions used in the construction of the house that can be easily adapted for any development.
External Landscaping surrounding the Ecohouse
The Aquaflow permeable block paving system from Hanson Formpave was used as a sustainable urban drainage system (SUDS).
The Aquaflow system prevents run-off and flooding from block paved areas and collects and filters storm water for later use.
- Cost savings – Lower construction costs
- Low maintenance – simple routine maintenance and performance
- Water harvesting – harvest and re-use rainwater
- Geothermal heating and cooling – reduce reliance on gas or electricity
- Flood protection – prevents against the effects of storm flood water
- Pollution control – discharge water is cleaned
Hanson Formpave offer a free comprehensive design service to suit individual site requirements. All of Formpave’s designs benefit from the company’s 16 years experience in designing permeable block paving systems.
Service offered by Hanson Formpave ‘s team of engineers
- Technical and professional advice
- Preparation of draft proposals
- Validation of client’s own designs
All designs are covered by Formpave’s indemnity insurance.
One stop shop
Hanson Formpave have established relationships with key suppliers that offer the component parts of the Aquaflow® system. This ensures that the highest quality products are available for customers.
The aggregates and geotechnical products are approved to meet Formpave’s strict specification requirements.
Information Updated on: 30 January 2012
